Black and Red IV

1938

Joan Miró

Associated Names
Joan Miró

Artist, Spanish, 1893 - 1983

The image features swirling lines, dotted patterns, sharp, and curved forms, creating an intricate mesh of abstract shapes. In the center, there is a large, black oval with rays extending around it. Several figures with exaggerated features are present, suggesting alien creatures or fantastical beings. The central elements are colored red, contrasting with the black and white background. Smaller dots and lines scatter around, resembling stars or celestial patterns, evoking a cosmic scene.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching in black and red

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1945.5.90

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Dupin 1984-1992, no. 35


Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

1983

  • Graphic Survey Show, National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C., July 1983.

Bibliography

1984

  • Dupin, Jacques. Miró Graveur 1. Paris: Daniel Lelong, 1984, no. 35.

Wikidata ID

Q65022266

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